adventist

[ˈæd.vən.tɪst]

adventist Definition

a member of any of several Christian denominations that believe in the imminent coming of Christ to usher in the millennium.

Using adventist: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "adventist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    My neighbor is an Adventist and goes to church every Saturday.

  • Example

    Adventists believe that the second coming of Jesus Christ is near.

  • Example

    The Adventist church has a strong emphasis on healthy living and vegetarianism.

adventist Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for adventist

Phrases with adventist

  • Seventh-day Adventist

    a member of a Protestant Christian denomination that observes the Sabbath on Saturday and believes in the imminent second coming of Christ

    Example

    My friend is a Seventh-day Adventist and doesn't eat meat.

  • a non-profit healthcare organization affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church

    Example

    My sister works for the Adventist Health System as a nurse.

  • a humanitarian agency operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church

    Example

    The Adventist Development and Relief Agency provides aid to disaster-stricken areas around the world.

Origins of adventist

from Latin 'adventus', meaning 'arrival' or 'coming'

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Summary: adventist in Brief

An 'Adventist' [ˈæd.vən.tɪst] is a member of any of several Christian denominations that believe in the imminent coming of Christ to usher in the millennium. The Seventh-day Adventist denomination, for example, observes the Sabbath on Saturday and has a strong emphasis on healthy living and vegetarianism. Phrases like 'Adventist Health System' and 'Adventist Development and Relief Agency' refer to organizations affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church.